Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Liver health, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Sore throat treatment, Treatment of common cold
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Constipation, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Eczema, Facial swelling, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Red rash, Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sore eyes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting
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Side Effects
Gastric irritation
Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain
Recommeded for
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Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.
Type
Berry, Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Whinham's Industry, Green Hansa, Clark, Chataqua, Invicta, Keepsake, Lepaa Red, May Duke and Whitesmith
Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine
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Color
Green, Purple, Red, Yellow
Black, Green, Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellowish Green
Brown
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Crispy
Fleshy
Taste
Astringent
Bitter
Origin
Africa, Europe, South-West Asia
Eastern Mediterranean Region
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loamy, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.87-8
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm
Warm to hot climate
Facts about
- Traditionally, kids were told that babies were found under gooseberry bushes.
- They are also called 'fayberries' due to an ancient belief that fairies hid in gooseberry bushes to avoid danger.
- In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
- The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
- Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
Germany
Spain
Other Countries
Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, United Kingdom
Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey
Top Importer
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United States of America
Top Exporter
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Italy